The inaugural European Sports Festival took place last month, with a record number of sports participants making their way to Loughborough for a fun filled and action packed Easter weekend.

We were delighted to see that over 215 members of non-UK Jamats joined us, almost twice the number that attended NSF 2012. As the Jamat becomes increasingly widespread across the world, it is fantastic that the whole European Jamat was able to come together in celebration - and very much in keeping with the Imam's vision of a united global brotherhood.

Over the course of the weekend, friendships and bonds were formed between participants who may otherwise have never met - friendships that will last a lifetime.

Thank you to all those from across Europe who helped make this the best festival yet - we look forward to seeing you at ESF 2016!